News Releases

BCMB’s Path Forward Based on Stakeholder Feedback

An important update regarding the Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEOI) for bottle depots interested in participating in BCMB’s pilot projects.

Modernizing Alberta Tradition

We Would Like to Hear Your Thoughts

Cash4Bottles Approved to Open

BCMB Seeking Request for Expressions of Interest (RFEOI)

Behaviors, Barriers, and Better Solutions

Clearing Up Confusion on Beverage Container Deposits & Returns

Alberta’s Beverage Container Management Board (BCMB) announces the release of its 2024 Annual Report.

BCMB Issues Conditional Permit.

BCMB announces the appointment of Mark Emsden as the new President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO), effective April 7, 2025.

First quarter 2025 Stakeholder Report is now available.

As of March 3, 2025, the BCMB has issued a Request for Applications (RFA) to open a Beverage Container Depot in Elk Point, Alberta.

Recent Depot By-law changes will come into effect on April 1, 2025.

Effective January 24, 2025, Elk Point Universal Bottle Depot has ceased operations.

A Message from the Board Chair: BCMB Leadership Transition

November 14, 2024

Current President Blaire Gaalaas will be stepping down from her role in December 2024 and the BCMB welcomes Interim President, Andrew Stephens.

Leadership Transition within BCMB

October 29, 2024

The BCMB is announcing a transition of leadership within the organization.

BCMB Position Statement on EPR

June 26, 2024

The BCMB Board of Directors has developed a position statement on EPR.

2023 Program Excellence Awards

November 20, 2023

The BCMB was pleased to join its industry partners in recognizing excellence in beverage container recycling.

Increase to Handling Commissions

February 28, 2023

The BCMB Board has approved an increase to handling commissions, effective May 1, 2023.